Safflower Acid
AKA: Safflower Oil Acid, Safflower Fatty Acid
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Acid
Clean
Safflower Acid is a mixture of fatty acids derived from safflower oil
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Liquid
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
UV Protection
Traditional Use
Safflower seed oil's fatty acid composition became scientifically studied in the 20th century for its skin-conditioning properties. The isolated safflower acid is a modern cosmetic ingredient developed to harness the oil's natural emollient benefits.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR